Ultrasound

An ultrasound requires that the transducer (probe) makes contact with the skin. You will be required to make the area of investigation accessible. At times this may require you to change into a gown. Gel will be spread on your skin which allows the transducer to move on the skin easily. The Sonographer will capture certain images of your anatomy during the scan for the Radiologist to view and provide a report. Sometimes the Radiologist may come in to look at the scan, this is no reason for alarm.

For some scans or procedures you may need to undergo special preparation. Specific information will be given to you at the time of booking. If you have any concerns, please ask our staff or consult your GP.

You are likely to be in our department for approximately 30 minutes.

Ultrasound does not emit iodising radiation and is not known to have any harmful effects. Please advise the Sonographer if you have any allergies to latex or skin sensitivities.

An ultrasound requires that the transducer (probe) makes contact with the skin. You will be required to make the area of investigation accessible. At times this may require you to change into a gown. Gel will be spread on your skin which allows the transducer to move on the skin easily.

The Sonographer will capture certain images of your organs and/or anatomy during the scan for the Radiologist to view and provide a report. Sometimes the Radiologist may come in to look at the scan, this is no reason for alarm.

In some gynaecological or obstetric examinations, an internal examination may be required. This involves a specially designed probe being inserted into the vagina. You will have the opportunity to refuse this examination. If a female sonographer is not available to conduct this scan, you will be offered a female chaperone to be in the room with you. An obstetric ultrasound will monitor if the baby is growing well, the baby’s heartbeat and the development of the baby’s anatomy.

For some scans or procedures you may need to undergo special preparation. Specific information will be given to you at the time of booking. If you have any concerns, please ask our staff or consult your GP.

Your allocated appointment time is likely to be 30 – 40 minutes.

Ultrasound does not emit iodising radiation and is not known to have any harmful effects. Please advise the Sonographer if you have any allergies to latex or skin sensitivities.

An ultrasound requires that the transducer (probe) makes contact with the skin. You will be required to make the area of investigation accessible. At times this may require you to change into a gown. Gel will be spread on your skin which allows the transducer to move on the skin easily.

During this examination, the Sonographer will confirm that you are pregnant, will detect a foetal heart beat, determine single, twin or multiple pregnancies, examine the baby for major defects, confirm a due date and try to take a picture of the baby to give you.

In a small number of cases, an internal examination may be required. This involves a specially designed probe being inserted into the vagina. You will have the opportunity to refuse this examination. If a female sonographer is not available to conduct this scan, you will be offered a female chaperone to be in the room with you

For some scans or procedures you may need to undergo special preparation. Specific information will be given to you at the time of booking. If you have any concerns, please ask our staff or consult your GP. You will be required to have a special blood test (at a pathology clinic). This should occur 1-2 weeks before your scan. Changes in levels of certain proteins in the mother’s blood also assist when calculating risk assessment.

The time spent in our department is likely to be  20 – 30 minutes.

Ultrasound does not emit iodising radiation and is not known to have any harmful effects. Please advise the Sonographer if you have any allergies to latex or skin sensitivities.